Why is cooked zucchini bitter?

[Keith_]

Have you ever wondered why cooked zucchini ends up tasting bitter sometimes? I gave it a shot in the kitchen, but ended up with a slightly unpleasant surprise. Do any culinary experts out there know what's causing this bitter issue?

 

[Klaire_Desteen]

Hey there! Sometimes cooked zucchini can turn bitter due to its seeds and skin. Removing them before cooking might help reduce the bitterness next time!

 

[Oniokitty]

Have you ever wondered why cooked zucchini ends up tasting bitter sometimes? I gave it a shot in the kitchen, but ended up with a slightly unpleasant surprise. Do any culinary experts out there know what's causing this bitter issue?

Hello everyone! I’ve read that stress on the plant can cause bitterness. I think it’s more common in home-grown zucchinis though, especially if they weren’t watered consistently.

 

[Alfredo]

Cooked zucchini can turn bitter due to overcooking or using older zucchini. Try cooking it briefly or using fresher zucchini for sweeter flavor!